Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Nerve Blocks for Shoulder Dislocation in the ED: A Systematic Review

Shoulder dislocations are among the most common orthopaedic emergencies encountered in the emergency department (ED). Ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks (USG-PNBs) are increasingly being utilized for acute pain management in the ED, but clinical evidence supporting their utility for shoulder dislocation is limited and often conflicting.

Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - June 9, 2023 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Richard J. Gawel, Renee Grill, Nathaniel Bradley, Jennifer Luong, Arthur K. Au Tags: Clinical Review Source Type: research